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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for August 31, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for August 31, 2026

    Breezy trades will continue through at least the middle of the week with showers generally favoring windward and mauka areas, particularly during the...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for August 31, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for August 31, 2026

    Overlapping small, long- and medium-period south swell energy will keep small surf along south facing shores early this week. A moderate south swell arrives...

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    Oahu News:

    Hawaiian Electric completes repairs to all major systems damaged by Hurricane Lala, restoring power to customers ahead of schedule, marks a significant recovery milestone. Meanwhile, Wai‘anae EMT graduates reflect on first cohort, celebrating the success of Kapiolani Community College’s new program in Waianae. Weather watchers are monitoring Tropical Storm Lowell expected to become a hurricane but forecasted to pass safely south of Hawaii. In law enforcement news, Brandon Nakasato and Parker Bode were appointed as new Deputy Chiefs to support Honolulu Police Chief David Lazar. Lastly, a Chinatown nightclub has filed a second federal civil rights lawsuit against the city and liquor board, alleging retaliatory actions despite a previous settlement.

    Hawaiian Electric completes repairs to all major systems damaged by Hurricane Lala

    Hawaiian Electric completes repairs to all major systems damaged by Hurricane Lala

    Aug 31, 2026 Maui Now
    Hurricane Lala electric repairs completed ahead of schedule, power restored: HECO
    Sep 1, 2026 KHON2
    Hawaiian Electric says major repairs from Hurricane Lala completed on Big island ahead of schedule
    Sep 1, 2026 Big Island Now
    Hawaiian Electric continues work to restore power on Big Island after Hurricane Lala
    Aug 30, 2026 KHON2
    'We do matter': Wai‘anae EMT graduates reflect on first cohort

    'We do matter': Wai‘anae EMT graduates reflect on first cohort

    Aug 31, 2026 KHON2

    'Lowell expected to become hurricane, pass south of Hawaii'

    Aug 31, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Lowell forecast to pass south of Hawai‘i as major hurricane: NWS
    Aug 31, 2026 KHON2
    Lowell to intensify over the next 2 days; still poses no immediate threats to Hawai‘i
    Aug 31, 2026 Big Island Now

    Army’s top civilian leader resigns after clashing with Hegseth

    Sep 1, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, White House says
    Aug 31, 2026 Spectrum

    Ex-gang leader found guilty of murdering Tupac Shakur in 1996

    Sep 1, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
    Aug 31, 2026 Spectrum

    Police arrest Kailua man, 36, for allegedly holding woman against her will

    Sep 1, 2026 Star Advertiser

    Maui News Chevron Forward

    County Division of Motor Vehicles & Licensing offices to temporarily close Friday, Sept. 4

    All County of Maui Department of Finance Division of Motor Vehicles & Licensing offices will be closed on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, for staff training.

    12 Year veteran officer with the Maui Police Department charged with sexual assault

    A 12-year veteran of the Maui Police Department was arrested by MPD on a $150,000 warrant on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026.

    Maui Chamber to host Employment Law Seminar to help businesses navigate changing labor laws

    As employment laws, regulations and enforcement priorities continue to evolve, the Maui Chamber of Commerce is encouraging local employers, business owners and HR professionals to attend the 2026 Maui Labor Law Seminar on Friday, Sept. 11, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Maui Beach Hotel, presented by Torkildson Katz and sponsored by SHRM Hawaiʻi, Maui Educational Foundation.

    Hawaiian Electric completes repairs to all major systems damaged by Hurricane Lala

    Power has been restored to all customers who can be restored, one week ahead of the previous Sept. 8 estimated timeframe. The remaining outages are likely due to damage to customer property or to access issues, with the exception of Wood Valley in the Kaʻū area.

    Hurricane Lala floods The Sewing Hui studio; Help needed to rebuild and continue community programs

    After six years of sewing for the Maui community, The Sewing Hui is asking for help following severe flooding from Hurricane Lala that damaged its sewing studio on Aug. 16, 2026.

    Kaua‘i News Chevron Forward

    Lowell to intensify over the next 2 days; still expected to pose no immediate threats to islands

    Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

    Kaua‘i news in brief: Training closures, reuse collection, pop-up exhibits and more

    A quick look at news, entertainment and other items happening around the Garden Isle.

    Mainline break closes one lane on Kūhio Highway

    The Department of Water has closed one lane of the northbound side of Kūhio Highway near the intersection of Papaloa Road.

    Officials report a shark sighting at Hanalei Bay

    Officials advise against swimming and other ocean activities after seeing an 8-foot shark in Hanalei Bay.

    Kauaʻi Fire Department rescue an injured visitor on Kalalau Trail

    A 52-year old visitor from California was airlifted with an apparent ankle injury on Sunday.

    Island of Hawai‘i News Chevron Forward

    Lowell to intensify over the next 2 days; still poses no immediate threats to Hawai‘i

    Forecasters and officials continue to monitor the storm closely; residents and businesses encouraged to prepare for possible severe weather, especially with above average hurricane season predicted.

    Hawaiian Electric says major repairs from Hurricane Lala completed on Big island ahead of schedule

    Hawaiian Electric has restored power to nearly all customers affected by Hurricane Lala, a week ahead of its schedule due in part to sustained efforts of local and mainland crews.

    Get your tickets now for 40th annual Hawaiʻi Kūpuna Hula Festival

    Come help the festival commemorate four decades of kūpuna hula Sept. 9-10 on Keauhou Bay while you cherish a moment of Hawai‘i woven into a lei — and time.

    News briefs for Aug. 31: New law office, cutter comes home, mariners rescued and more

    A quick look at news stories from throughout the state and Pacific region.

    What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Equipment access continues to impact restoration of some Hawaiian Electric customers

    Water service also continues to be incrementally expanded to some of the hardest-hit areas in the southern part of the island, including Discovery Harbor, Mark Twain Subdivision, Green Sands Subdivision and South Point Road.

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